Working in Meteorology

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There are opportunities for graduates in subjects such as Physics and Mathematics in many Government agencies such as Met Éireann, the Marine Institute, the Geological Survey of Ireland and the Environmental Protection Agency. Some of the jobs available will require an additional postgraduate qualification. European National Meteorological Services and Geological Agencies also provide opportunities for employment. There are an increasing number of commercial weather organizations seeking staff, for example, Fugro, WSI, Meteogroup and Accuweather. This is a growth area, so there should be more opportunities in the future.

Physics and Mathematics Graduates

Ms Evelyn Cusack, BSc (Hons) Physics, MSc in Physics
Deputy Head of Forecasting, Met Éireann
"Meteorology is the Physics of the atmosphere and thus only Physics/Maths/Meteorology graduates can become Meteorologists and Climate Scientists. UCD is the only Irish University offering an MSc in Meteorology. The main function of a forecaster involves providing weather forecasts and warnings to the general public and special interest clients in 'order to save lives and property'. "